Maya Angelou

Maya Angelou was an American poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist. She published seven autobiographies, three books of essays, several books of poetry, and is credited with a list of plays, movies, and television shows spanning over 50 years. She received dozens of awards and more than 50 honorary degrees.

Personal Info

Known For Acting

Gender Female

Birthday April 4, 1928

Place of Birth

St. Louis, Missouri, United States

Filmography

2025

Orwell: 2+2=5

as Self (archive footage)

Movie

1993

Poetic Justice

as Aunt June

Movie